Alcohol’s Effect on the Kidneys
February 26th, 2022Healthy, functioning kidneys are essential for maintaining the health of the human body.
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Spotting Drug Use: Dilated Pupils
January 26th, 2022The eyes are a window to our souls, so says the old adage. But the truth is, our eyes can give an indication of health in some circumstances.
Dangers in Smoking embalming fluid
November 27th, 2021Drug use can involve many substances, including many that would surprise the uninitiated. Embalming fluid, which contains many dangerous chemicals and is meant for preserving bodies, is commonly used to get high.
Understanding Amitriptyline Withdrawal
November 21st, 2021Amitriptyline hydrochloride was initially manufactured as Elavil and was one of the most popular early antidepressant drugs.
Opiate Withdrawal Timeline
November 21st, 2021Opiates are potent drugs with devastating effects. And, for sure, the process of giving them up can be scary, and even the thought of it might be a little frightening.
How Much Do Drugs Cost?
October 27th, 2021How much do drugs cost? Addiction to drugs costs both the user and society a great deal of money.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anxiety?
September 20th, 2021There are multiple ways to tackle anxiety, one of the most successful ones is cognitive-behavioral therapy. What is this and how does it work?
Once You Stop Taking Anxiolytics Will Anxiety Get Worse?
September 17th, 2021If you suffer from anxiety and have been taking anxiolytics for it. If you were to stop will your anxiety get worse?
What Should You Not Do on Xanax?
September 15th, 2021While you are on Xanax there is a list of things you should not do. Not only for your safety but the safety of others around you.
What Drug Is Referred To As Roxy?
September 13th, 2021Many drugs have slang names or nicknames. One such drug is nicknamed "proxy"? What drug is referred to as roxy?
What Drug is Known as ‘Water‘?
September 10th, 2021Slang terms for drugs that are abused are changing, one of the newer ones is called 'water'. Which is a combination of two different substances.
What Makes A Substance Psychoactive?
September 8th, 2021What is it that makes stimulants, depressants, opioids, and hallucinogens considered to be psychoactive? How do they affect your mind?
Is Chocolate a Drug?
September 6th, 2021Some would say that depending on the person, chocolate can be fairly addictive. Does this mean that it is a drug?
What to Do if a Family Member Is on Drugs?
August 30th, 2021If a member of your family is addicted to drugs, what should you do? How do you approach it, and how do you get them help?
Does Ritalin Change the Brain Function?
August 27th, 2021Ritalin is used for people with ADHD, but what if you do not have ADHD and you take it. What happens to the brain of a normal person on it?
What Is the Strongest Anti-Anxiety Medication?
August 25th, 2021If you or a loved one suffer from anxiety, moderate to severe you might want to know what is the strongest anti-anxiety medication.
What Is a Good Substitute for Benzodiazepines?
August 23rd, 2021We have what you need if you have anxiety or an addiction to benzodiazepines and would like to like to substitute it with something else.
How Is Synthetic Marijuana Different from Natural Marijuana?
August 20th, 2021Marijuana comes in two forms, there is synthetic and natural based marijuana. So what is different between the two?
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